COOKIE POLICY

 

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies and similar tracking technologies are, how they are used on www.ovdmaxi.com (the “Website”), and how users can manage their preferences.

This Policy should be read together with the Privacy Policy, which provides detailed information about the processing of personal data.


2. What cookies are

Cookies are small text files that are stored on a user’s device when visiting a website. Cookies allow the Website to recognize the user’s device, improve functionality, enhance security, and provide a better browsing experience.

Cookies may be stored temporarily (session cookies) or for a longer period (persistent cookies).


3. Types of cookies used

3.1 Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the Website and cannot be disabled. They enable core features such as:

  • Page navigation

  • Secure access to restricted areas

  • Shopping cart functionality

  • Order processing

  • Fraud prevention and security

Without these cookies, the Website cannot operate correctly.


3.2 Functional cookies

Functional cookies allow the Website to remember choices made by users and provide enhanced and personalized features, including:

  • Language preferences

  • Saved login details

  • User interface customization

These cookies improve usability but are not strictly necessary.


3.3 Analytics and performance cookies

These cookies collect aggregated and anonymous information about how users interact with the Website, such as:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • Traffic sources

  • Error messages

The information collected is used exclusively to analyze performance and improve the Website.


3.4 Advertising and profiling cookies

Advertising cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and promotional content based on user interests and browsing behavior.

These cookies may:

  • Track user activity across websites

  • Measure advertising campaign effectiveness

  • Enable remarketing and personalized offers

Advertising and profiling cookies are installed only with the user’s prior consent.


4. First-party and third-party cookies

4.1 First-party cookies

First-party cookies are set directly by the Website and are used primarily for technical and functional purposes.

4.2 Third-party cookies

Third-party cookies are set by external service providers integrated into the Website, such as:

  • Analytics providers

  • Advertising networks

  • Payment and security service providers

  • Social media platforms

The use of third-party cookies is governed by the respective providers’ privacy policies.


5. Legal basis for cookie usage

The use of cookies is based on:

  • Legitimate interest for strictly necessary cookies

  • User consent for functional, analytics, and advertising cookies, where required by applicable law


6. Cookie consent management

Upon first access to the Website, users are presented with a cookie banner allowing them to:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject non-essential cookies

  • Customize cookie preferences

Users may modify or withdraw consent at any time through the cookie settings available on the Website.


7. How to manage cookies through browser settings

Users can control and delete cookies directly through their browser settings. Most browsers allow users to:

  • View stored cookies

  • Delete existing cookies

  • Block cookies automatically

  • Receive notifications before cookies are stored

Disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.


8. Data retention

Cookies are retained for periods that vary depending on their purpose:

  • Session cookies are deleted when the browser is closed

  • Persistent cookies remain stored until expiration or manual deletion

Detailed retention periods may be specified in the cookie banner or settings panel.


9. Updates to this Cookie Policy

The Data Controller reserves the right to modify or update this Cookie Policy at any time. Any changes will be published on the Website and will take effect upon publication.


10. Contact information

For any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, users may contact:

Email: info@ovdmaxi.com